Anti-Money
LaunderingAML / CTF
Our AML/CTF program operates under a risk-based approach aligned with FATF Recommendations, EU AML Directives, and the licensing requirements of the Offshore Finance Authority of Anjouan.
Policy Overview
Cupertino Entertainment Ltd (the "Company") operates www.deuces.com under license number 27073 BC 2024, issued by the Offshore Finance Authority of the State of Anjouan pursuant to the Computer Gaming Licensing Act 007 of 2005. Our current Operating Certificate authorizes the acceptance and management of digital currency transactions.
Introduction to AML
Money laundering is the process of concealing or converting funds derived from criminal activities so that illegally obtained proceeds appear legitimate.
It generally occurs in three stages:
Terrorist Financing (TF) involves obtaining or moving funds to support terrorist activities. Unlike money laundering, the source of funds used for TF may be either legal or illegal. The Company implements strict controls to prevent ML and TF risks, with particular attention to customer behavior that may indicate suspicious activity.
Management & Compliance Oversight
The Company has appointed a dedicated Compliance Officer (CO) in accordance with applicable gaming regulations. The CO is responsible for overall regulatory compliance, AML process management, and the monitoring of fraudulent activities. Key responsibilities include:
- –Conducting risk-based customer verification
- –Ongoing monitoring of customer transactions
- –Ensuring regular AML / CTF training
Regulatory Framework
Our AML policies are aligned with international and Union of the Comoros regulations, including but not limited to:
- –EU Directives: 2015/849, 2018/843, 2018/1673
- –Global Standards: The FATF Recommendations
- –Anjouan: Computer Gaming Licensing Act 007 of 2005 and subsequent guidance issued by the Offshore Finance Authority
Risk-Based Approach
The Company applies a risk-based AML / CTF approach focused on:
Internal Monitoring & Data Systems
We utilize a sophisticated data processing system to support our AML activities, including:
- –KYC: Manual identification and verification conducted by our KYC team for all users.
- –PEP & Sanctions Screening: Specialized software to identify politically exposed persons and sanctioned individuals.
- –Transaction Monitoring: Performed by trained professionals to identify suspicious behavior.
- –Blockchain Analytics: On-chain screening of incoming and outgoing digital asset transactions to identify known illicit addresses, mixers, and sanctioned entities.
- –Reporting: Reporting suspicious transactions to the Compliance Officer and, where appropriate, to the Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU).
Customer Acceptance & Registration
Registration Requirements
Before making any deposit or placing any wager, customers must complete the registration process. The Customer Acceptance & Registration Policy is designed to confirm the suitability of prospective customers while ensuring compliance with AML standards.
Eligibility & Verification
Customers must be over 18 years of age and may hold only one account per website. Validation checks, including email, telephone number, and device data verification, help prevent duplicate accounts.
Restrictions & Prohibitions
The Company prohibits registration by the following categories of individuals:
Restrictions & Prohibitions
- –Minors (under 18 years of age)
- –Politically Exposed Persons (PEPs), their immediate family members, and close associates
- –Individuals listed on sanctions lists issued by OFAC, the European Union, HM Treasury, or the United Nations
- –Individuals previously excluded due to fraud or other high-risk indicators
Information Collected
During registration, customers provide:
- –Personal Information: Name, date of birth, gender, and address
- –Contact Information: Email address and telephone number
Terms & Conditions
All customers must accept the Company's General Terms & Conditions, Privacy Policy, and AML terms during the registration process.
Age Verification
Registration is strictly limited to customers over the age of 18.
Verification is completed through our KYC process, which includes validating the information provided against valid identification documents.
Customer Due Diligence
Registration approval is subject to the successful completion of Customer Due Diligence, ensuring that only properly verified customers are permitted to complete the registration process.
Customer Risk Scoring & Profiling
To effectively combat money laundering and terrorist financing, the Company has implemented a customer risk profiling process as part of its risk-based approach. Profiling is conducted during the initial registration stage and is continuously updated in accordance with current regulatory requirements, guidance issued by international AML supervisory bodies, the Anjouan Financial Intelligence Unit, and our own internal business risk assessments.
Risk Tiers
Following registration, each customer is assigned a risk profile based on factors associated with ML / TF.
This categorization determines the level of monitoring and due diligence applied to each customer.
Key Risk Factors
Restricted Jurisdictions
Access to the Service is blocked for the following jurisdictions in accordance with our licensing requirements and international AML obligations:
Due Diligence Level
The level of Customer Due Diligence applied is proportionate to the customer's risk classification and determines the depth of verification procedures. Higher-risk profiles are automatically escalated to Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD).
Customer Due Diligence
Customer Due Diligence (CDD) and Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD) are fundamental components of our AML / CTF efforts. All customers must cooperate with due diligence requirements; failure to do so will result in the refusal of services.
Standard CDD
Conducted during registration, the CDD process includes:
- –Identification: Collection of customer information (name, date of birth, and address).
- –Verification: Confirmation of the accuracy of customer information through valid supporting documentation.
Required documents:
- –Identity: Passport, driver's license, or national identity card.
- –Proof of Address: Utility bill or government-issued document dated within the last six months.
Document Requirements
Documents must be current, legible, and of sufficient quality for review. Mobile phone bills are not accepted. Photographs and scans must display the full page, be unaltered, and presented in color.
EDD Threshold
Transactions totaling USD 10,000 or more—whether individually or linked—will automatically trigger EDD.
Bets or winnings structured to avoid this threshold will be assessed on an aggregated basis and subjected to additional review.
Ongoing Monitoring
Ongoing monitoring applies to all customer relationships and includes:
- –Regular Document Updates: Expired documents are renewed according to risk sensitivity levels.
- –Periodic Reviews: CDD records are refreshed every six months, or sooner for accounts classified as high risk.
Enhanced Due Diligence
EDD applies in high-risk situations, including complex or high-value transactions and untraceable sources of funds. When EDD is triggered, the Company will:
PEP & Sanctions Screening
Our KYC tools perform PEP and sanctions screening for all new and existing customers every six months to identify status changes. A confirmed positive PEP match on an existing account will trigger an immediate review, escalation to senior management, and, in most cases, account closure.
Account Closure
Accounts may be closed when violations are identified, including suspected ML / TF, fraud, or regulatory non-compliance. The Compliance Officer reviews suspicious behavior and determines whether a Suspicious Activity Report (SAR) should be filed. Account closure is conducted carefully in accordance with tipping-off restrictions.
Deposit & Withdrawal Management
Player Account Balance
Payment Methods
The Company supports transactions only through licensed and regulated financial institutions, payment service providers (PSPs), and digital asset service providers that meet our compliance requirements. For AML purposes, cash transactions are prohibited. All deposits and withdrawals must be traceable through digital records provided by authorized institutions or through verifiable on-chain records.
Player Deposits
Each deposit request is processed through PCI DSS-compliant payment gateways (for fiat currencies) or monitored digital wallet infrastructure (for digital assets), without the Company storing sensitive cardholder data. Incoming digital asset deposits are screened in real time against known illicit addresses. Funds are credited only after confirmation by the provider or blockchain network. If a transaction fails, the player will be notified and no balance adjustment will occur.
Player Withdrawals
Players initiate withdrawal requests through the cashier interface by specifying the withdrawal amount and desired payment method. The requested amount is temporarily reserved from the balance while the transaction is under review, preventing double-spending.
Payment Destination
Whenever possible, the Company processes withdrawals back to the original payment source, supporting transaction traceability and legitimacy verification. Where the original payment method is unavailable, funds will be transferred in accordance with our AML guidelines following renewed identity verification and compliance checks.
Suspicious Activity Reporting
The Company maintains internal procedures to identify, investigate, and report activities potentially related to money laundering, terrorist financing, fraud, or other financial crimes. All employees are required to immediately report any suspicious activity to the Compliance Officer.
Red Flags
Suspicious activity may include, but is not limited to:
- –Deposits and withdrawals without corresponding gaming activity
- –Multiple accounts linked to the same user, device, or payment method
- –Structuring transactions to avoid verification thresholds
- –Use of false identities or altered documents
- –Movement of funds inconsistent with the customer's declared financial profile
- –Use of digital assets originating from mixers, tumblers, or sanctioned addresses
Internal Investigation
When suspicious activity is identified, the case is referred to the Compliance Officer for detailed review. The investigation may include examination of documents, transaction history, login records, devices used, source of funds, and any other relevant information.
Suspicious Activity Report (SAR)
If the investigation determines that there are reasonable grounds to suspect money laundering, terrorist financing, fraud, or other criminal activity, a Suspicious Activity Report (SAR) will be prepared. The report may be submitted to the appropriate Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU) and other regulatory or law enforcement authorities as required by applicable law.
Record Retention
All records relating to suspicious activities, internal investigations, SARs, and supporting documentation will be retained in accordance with applicable regulatory requirements and our record retention policy.
Confidentiality
Customers will not be informed of the existence of internal investigations, AML reviews, or reports submitted to competent authorities.
Any disclosure that could alert an individual to an ongoing investigation ('tipping-off') is strictly prohibited and may constitute a legal offense.
Internal Control Procedures
Operational Controls
The Company maintains internal controls to ensure ongoing compliance with AML / CTF requirements. These controls include documented procedures, segregation of duties, risk-based monitoring, and oversight by the Compliance Officer.
- –Monitoring: Ongoing review of customer activities and transaction patterns.
- –Escalation: Immediate referral of unusual or suspicious activities to the Compliance Officer for review.
- –Documentation: Maintenance of complete and auditable records relating to verification, monitoring, and investigations.
Record Keeping
All records relating to customer identification, due diligence, transactions, internal reports, and regulatory communications will be retained for the period required by applicable laws and licensing requirements.
Records must remain accessible for audits, regulatory inspections, and investigations conducted by competent authorities.
Employee Screening & Training
Employee Screening
The Company conducts appropriate screening before hiring employees involved in AML, payments, compliance, and other sensitive operational functions.
Such screening may include identity verification, employment history checks, and other assessments deemed appropriate for the position.
Training Program
All relevant employees receive periodic training on AML / CTF, fraud prevention, and regulatory requirements.
Training programs are updated regularly to reflect regulatory changes, newly identified risks, and industry best practices.
- –Recognition of money laundering and terrorist financing indicators
- –Customer Due Diligence (CDD) and Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD) procedures
- –Internal escalation and reporting processes
- –Confidentiality obligations and tipping-off prevention
- –Regulatory updates and compliance requirements
Policy Updates & Reviews
Periodic Review
This AML Policy will be reviewed periodically to ensure ongoing alignment with regulatory requirements, licensing conditions, international standards, and emerging risks.
Regulatory Updates
Whenever relevant changes occur in laws, regulations, supervisory guidance, or licensing requirements, the Company may update this policy without prior notice to reflect the new applicable obligations.
Oversight Responsibility
The Compliance Officer is responsible for overseeing the implementation of this policy, recommending updates when necessary, and ensuring its consistent application throughout the organization.
Deuces is owned and operated by Cupertino Entertainment Ltd. registration number 27073 BC 2024, registered at Suite 305, Griffith Corporate Centre, Kingstown, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines.We are licensed and regulated by the Government of the Autonomous Island of Anjouan, Union of Comoros, and operate under License No. Act 007 of 2005.Contact us at [email protected].